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Pentax SMC 67 105mm f/2.4

Pentax · 1989-2009

Widely considered one of the greatest portrait lenses ever made. The fast aperture on medium format creates unmatched subject separation and the legendary 'Pentax 67 look'.

Known for

  • Portraits
  • Fashion
  • Editorial
  • Fine art

Considerations

  • Heavy (with body)
  • Minimum focus distance not ideal for headshots
  • Vignetting wide open

Optical Characteristics

Sharpness (wide)
4/5
Sharpness (stopped)
5/5
Contrast
5/5
Flare Resistance
5/5
CA Control
4/5
Vignetting Control
3/5
Distortion Control
5/5

Bokeh: Legendary, creamy smooth

Rendering: 3D pop, excellent subject separation

Color: Neutral, accurate

Common Issues

  • Focus ring loosening
  • Aperture ring wear

Buying Guide

This lens commands a premium for good reason. Check focus smoothness and aperture clicks. Don't pay collectible prices - find user-grade copies.

Specifications

MountPentax 67
Focal Length105mm
Max Aperturef/2.4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades9
Min Focus1m
Filter Size67mm
Weight700g

Optical Design

FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements6
Groups5
CoatingSMC (Pentax)

Pricing

£600 - £1000

Typical used price

Mint: ~£1300

Prices have risen significantly

Adapts To

Sony EFujifilm GFX

Compatible Cameras

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